Cambridge IGCSE First Language English Boost Teacher Guide

Product Overview

Collins International Primary Maths is a comprehensive and dynamic mathematics program designed to support the Cambridge Primary curriculum framework (0096) from 2020. Endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education, this series empowers teachers and engages learners through thoughtfully designed lessons grounded in real-world contexts and international themes.

Created by experienced authors Paul Hodge and series editor Peter Clarke, the course provides a balance of theory, practical activities, and interactive digital content, encouraging students to explore, reason, and apply mathematical understanding. The programme is especially strong in fostering Thinking and Working Mathematically skills, while also linking to Cambridge Global Perspectives™ to develop critical life skills.

Key Features

• 🎯 Aligned with Cambridge Primary Curriculum (0096)
  Fully supports the revised Cambridge framework with a focus on mastery, reasoning, and skills development.

• 📚 Big Idea-Based Lessons
  Each lesson is built around a central mathematical theme presented in an engaging, real-life international context to enhance learner relevance and motivation.

• 🧠 Focus on Thinking and Working Mathematically
  Encourages conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and application through group and individual tasks, exercises, and investigations.

• 💻 Rich Digital Resources
  Teachers are supported with a robust digital toolkit—including slideshows, interactive tools, and games—ensuring lessons are lively, engaging, and accessible.

• 🌍 Supports Cambridge Global Perspectives™
  Integrated activities help students practise collaboration, communication, and evaluation skills within mathematical contexts.

• 👩🏫 Empowers Teacher Autonomy
  Offers flexible planning tools while encouraging professional decision-making and personalized teaching approaches.

Authors & Series Credentials

• Paul Hodge – A seasoned educational consultant with a BAFTA-winning editorial background in educational media and over a decade of content development for leading educational platforms.

• Peter Clarke – Former mathematics coordinator, deputy headteacher, advisor, and accomplished author, with extensive experience in professional teacher development and maths education.

Ideal For:

• Primary educators following the Cambridge International curriculum framework (0096)

• Classrooms seeking engaging, flexible, and internationally relevant maths instruction

• Schools looking to develop numeracy and global competence in parallel

Format: Print and digital resources
Endorsement: Officially endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education
Subjects Supported: Mathematics and cross-curricular skills (e.g., Global Perspectives)